A FLIPPIN-good time is going to be had by a Worcester bereavement charity when it takes part in a unique pancake race around the cloisters of Worcester Cathedral.

Representatives from the children's bereavement charity the Noah's Art Trust along with your Worcester News reporter Claire Fry, will be joining in with the fun on Tuesday.

Cassocked choristers and the animal-costume attired Noah's Ark team will be taking part in a replay race around the cloisters with an obstacle course to test their pancake-tossing skills.

The charity is currently working with the newspaper to raise £1m in our 'Towards a Brighter Future,' appeal to buy a new base.

Gabby Beddows, Head of Operations said the charity jumped at the chance to take part.

"It is a great example of how the local community are taking us on board. To be able to take part in an event with local children in such a fun way shows we aren't afraid to make fools of ourselves for such a worthy cause.

"We'd just like to say thank you to Masquerade for the loan of their beautiful costumes."

Charmian Manship, Succentor at the Cathedral, said: "Last year was the first time that the boys were sponsored and they raised money for St Paul's Hostel for the homeless. As that was a very "adult" charity, I thought it would be good for them to raise money for a children's charity this year.

"I have been tragically aware of instances of children who have been bereaved, and the extent of their grief, confusion and need. I can see that the charity offers something of enormous value in a very sensitive area.

"Since I moved to Worcester I have been aware of Noah's Ark very much as a local charity, and again I think this is important. The boys can see that it's possible to help people in a real way right on their doorstep," said Mrs Manship.

  • To see our coverage of the £1m 'Towards a Brighter Future' appeal and for details on how to raise funds and donate, click here.